As we enter a new season, one that is accentuated by rainy days interspersed with periods of sunny warmth (Springtime is the word we’re looking for), the receding muck and dirt left over by months of rain, ice, and snow, will often leave an unsightly mess. This accumulation typically affects concrete pathways, parking garages, and also the sides of buildings, effectively leaving many post-winter commercial and residential areas looking very, for the lack of a better word, dirty. In addition to providing the Greater Vancouver area with premium restoration and painting services, Atlas Painting & Restorations Ltd. is also proud to provide our beautiful city with the pressure washing services needed to effectively remove this annual mess. [Read more…]
Perspective: Why Atlas is the Paint Company For You
So, once again it is that time of year. Time to take that ancient building exterior and re-vamp it with a brand new coat of paint. Whether you are a property owner, business owner, or simply someone looking to spice up the living room, there always comes a point in time when natural weathering causes a fade in color and texture. When you are someone trying to present a storefront to customers as a vibrant and welcoming place, this unkempt appearance can certainly act as a deterrent. As another example, the fading exterior of a house is certainly a turn-off for anyone looking to settle down and invest in a mortgage, something which, we can attest from personal experience, has affected the livelihood of many a realtor. [Read more…]
An Introduction to How Paint Colours Affect Your Mood
If one thing goes without saying, it is that the employees of Atlas Painting & Restorations Ltd. (604-244-8244) take massive pride in our work. From doing basic renovations to preserving historical landmarks, there is no task that we undertake without first acknowledging the impact that it will have not only on our individual clients, but also our community as a whole. As we have been involved in the Vancouver industry for decades, over time we have noticed that it’s the little details that really can make a difference in how people perceive the outcome of our projects. Things that may seem of little concern may actually play a surprisingly large role in how our customers live their day-to-day lives. [Read more…]
Where Did Colour Names Come From?
The thought of a world devoid of colour is a depressing one. From room interiors to the splendors of nature, colour plays an essential role in how we view and interpret the world. This seemingly unassuming bending of light is something that can profoundly affect our moods, a fact that is iterated through the historical origins of our names for the colours themselves. In fact, prior to the adoption of the names that we are so familiar with today, there was little differentiation between the vast array of discernable shades and hues. By studying ancient European cultures, linguists have determined that, centuries ago, people would describe colours not on a name-basis, as if they were people (why, hello Ms. Lavender), but by using words that depicted the moods and emotions that the specific colour would convey. These terms would fall along the lines of ‘lively, smart, dull, dirty’, adjectives that serve an entirely different purpose in the modern English tongue. [Read more…]
Feng Shui Your Way to the Perfect Paint Job
In Feng Shui, every colour has a meaning. Understanding what the colours represent, along with what colours make you feel good and work with the size and shape of the room, can help narrow down your choices when you are looking to repaint your home, office, retail space or strata. [Read more…]